Here are the latest breaking news updates from Austria, Germany, and Switzerland as of April 23, 2025:
🇦🇹 Austria
- New Government Formation: After a record five-month delay, Austria has established a new coalition government. Notably, the far-right party, despite winning the most votes, was excluded from the coalition. AP Nachrichten
- Migration Policy Changes: The new government has announced the immediate cessation of family reunifications for migrants. Additionally, Austria has rejected Germany’s proposal to return asylum seekers at the border. InfoMigrants
- Tragic Knife Attack: A 14-year-old boy was killed, and five others injured in a stabbing attack in southern Austria. Authorities have indicated the suspect had an “Islamic terror motive.” indiatvnews.com+2AP Nachrichten+2The Independent+2
🇩🇪 Germany
- Extended Border Controls: Germany has extended its border controls for an additional six months, focusing on migration issues ahead of upcoming elections. The Independent+1SWI swissinfo.ch+1
- Migration Policy Debate: A proposed migration bill, backed by far-right factions, has been rejected, highlighting the ongoing political debate over immigration policies. The Independent
🇨🇭 Switzerland
- Infrastructure Disruption: The Great St. Bernard Tunnel remains closed due to heavy snowfall in the Valais region, causing significant travel disruptions. SWI swissinfo.ch
- Swiss Guard Ceremony Postponed: The annual swearing-in ceremony of the Pontifical Swiss Guard, traditionally held on May 6, has been postponed following the death of Pope Francis. SWI swissinfo.ch
🇦🇹🇩🇪🇨🇭 Regional Highlights
- European Sky Shield Initiative: Austria and Switzerland have officially joined the German-led European Sky Shield Initiative, a collaborative air defense project aimed at enhancing continental security. Euractiv+1Defense News+1
- Transgender Youth Care Guidelines: Germany, Switzerland, and Austria have jointly released new guidelines for transgender youth care, emphasizing support and care, and contrasting with the Cass Review in England. Bluesky Social
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